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relic  /ˈrɛlɪk/  noun 1 . something that is from a past time, place, culture, etc. — often followed by of or from relics of ancient China relics from the war This law is a relic of …

videographer /ˌvɪdiˈɑgrəfɚ/  noun [count] a person who records images or events using a video camera The videographer is ready to begin recording. — videography /ˌvɪdiˈɑgrəfi/ noun [noncount]

blunt /blʌnt/  adjective 1  having a thick edge or point ; not sharp scissors with blunt [=rounded] ends He was hit over the head with a blunt instrument [=an object without sharp edges …

framework /ˈfreɪmˌwɚk/  noun 1 . the basic structure of something These influences threaten the very framework of our society. 2. a set of ideas or facts that provide support for something The …

stupefy /ˈstupəˌfaɪ/  verb [+ object]  to shock or surprise (someone) very much : to cause (someone) to become confused or unable to think clearly — usually used as (be) stupefied I was stupefied by their decision.

crease /ˈkris/  noun 1 a [count] : a line or mark made by folding, pressing, or crushing something (such as cloth or a piece of paper) He ironed his pants to make the creases sharp. …

under way  /ˌʌndɚ’weɪ/  adverb 1 . in or into motion The train has had to stop briefly, but it should be under way again soon. The ship finally got under way. 2 …

stellar  /ˈstɛlɚ/  adjective 1 technical : of or relating to the stars stellar light the rate of stellar expansion 2 [more stellar; most stellar] : very good : EXCELLENT The movie has a stellar cast. a stellar performance

awkward /ˈɔkwɚd/  adjective 1 a . not graceful : Clumsy She is awkward at dancing. He had large feet and his walk was awkward and ungainly. an awkward movement The story contained some awkward writing. 1 b . lacking …

mass transit  /ˈmæsˈtrænzɪt/  noun    [noncount]  the system that is used for moving large numbers of people on buses, trains, etc. The mayor is trying to encourage more commuters to use mass …